Going to Giovanni's is an experience. It is a glimpse into where people with money hang out in Cleveland.
The restaurant is located in a nondescript location in the first floor of an office building at the intersection of Chagrin Blvd and Richmond Road. The second you step inside, you are are swept away into a completely different atmosphere - swanky and classy, but not too over the top.
We had a quick dinner at the bar. I was impressed that the bartender took the time to learn our names, considering the bar was fairly busy. I ordered a sweet potato and brussels sprout salad (one of the nightly specials) and my husband ordered the lobster risotto. Both were seasoned perfectly. The risotto was served al dente so that you could taste every grain. We also ordered the "chef's selection of interesting things" which had some interesting house-cured meats.
This restaurant is a great place to go to for a special occasion or on a date, but can be pricey otherwise (though I'd have to say that you get good quality for the price!).